Black Tie and Tails brings in $100,000 for Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe

More than 100 dogs and 350 guests dressed up and partied down to help homeless pets.

TAHOE/TRUCKEE, Calif. — More than 350 pet lovers and dozens of canine counterparts got all dolled up for the Black Tie and Tails event. Already in its sixth year, Black Tie and Tails is the Humane Society of Truckee-Tahoe's largest fundraiser — raising more than $100,000 to help care for, foster, and place the community's homeless pets.

The event sold out six weeks in advance, garnering overwhelming support from local businesses.

"We are beyond grateful for everyone who supports this event, whether they sponsor, donate items to our silent auction or attend as guests," said Stephanie Nistler, executive director of HSTT. "It's thanks to them that we now host one of Tahoe's premier events that raises funds to help us continue to speak up for all the little guys in our community who cannot speak for themselves. "

Next year's Black Tie and Tails event, to be held again at The Ritz Carlton, Lake Tahoe, is scheduled for Feb. 14.